What inspired the author's choice to set this story against the backdrop of post-WWII Italy?
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What inspired the author's choice to set this story against the backdrop of post-WWII Italy?
Did anyone else feel the musical references added depth or distracted from the plot?
How did the author decide to structure the story with its layered timelines and multiple perspectives?